Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,801 per quintal in Akodiya APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,801
- Lowest Price Today₹2,801
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,801
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 7.0% above the period average, sitting just 61.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Akodiya APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chala Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹3,400 (51.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Akodiya APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹2,617. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,801 | ₹2,801 | ₹2,801 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹110 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,301 | ₹500 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,351 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,351 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,212 | ₹871 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,703 | ₹800 | ₹2,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹700 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,115 | ₹500 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,812 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,680 | ₹500 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,351 | ₹300 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,050 | ₹700 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,901 | ₹200 | ₹3,901 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,530 | ₹700 | ₹3,601 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,555 | ₹500 | ₹4,101 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹500 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,370 | ₹2,200 | ₹4,370 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,465 | ₹500 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,220 | ₹1,300 | ₹3,860 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹700 | ₹4,000 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Akodiya APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.